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Actually, it was the other way around. Bundy instruments were made and distributed by Selmer USA.

The flute is balanced using three points: your chin, the first joint of your left pointer finger, and your right pinky finger. Once you get the hang of equalizing the light pressure across all three points, balancing the flute will be easier. There are only a few notes played that require removing t...

Your best bet is to play a little each day - even if it's only for a few minutes. That is far better than trying to do long marathon practice sessions once or twice a week.

The CW just means it is a C piccolo made of wood. I think you can use the 4W serial number chart. 2550 would place it in the 1981-1985 range. Since yours in on the lower end of that range it was likely made in 81 or 82.

No. Both the head and body must match the key.

The link that was in my previous message was no longer valid. I Googled the author and found a new link:

https://etd.ohiolink.edu/apexprod/rws_o ... 1211871566

Your best bet would be to find another flute teacher that better meshes with your expectations. Check out nearby universities and professional symphonies and find out if they have someone on their staff who offers flute lessons. Interview more than one teacher and discuss your frustrations. Ask how ...

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Try this:
Armstrong Flute Serial Numbers

The gold source for alto and bass flute info is Chris potter's Low Flutes web site. She regularly tests many alto and bass flutes and posts her recommendations. You can find it here:

ALTO, BASS & CONTRABASS RECOMMENDATIONS

I play a modern Muramatsu but unfortunately, I cannot tell you much about any of the older M series flutes. I believe that all Muramatsu flute are and were handmade. Most likely, the older models simply designate which ones were open or closed holes, all silver, silver body w/plated keys, or silver ...

No one can tell you which flute will be best for you. Everyone is different and will get different results with different flutes. You need to try them yourself and pick the one that plays the way YOU want it to play.

An unofficial list of Haynes serial numbers indicates your flute was made in 1960: https://www.flutes.com/haynes-flute-serial-numbers/ To confirm the year or to get additional information about the flute, you can contact Haynes Flute directly via their contact page: https://www.wmshaynes.com/getinto...

Flute stands are OK to use for very brief breaks in your practice but it's not a good idea to leave your flute on a stand when you are finished practicing. Leaving them out makes them subject to more rapid tarnishing and leaves them vulnerable to accidental damage. This is especially true when pets ...

Well, there are several ways to get a "harsh" sound on the flute: 1- Fluttertongue - This is done exactly as the name indicates. The tongue is fluttered like rolling an R in Spanish while you play - rrrrrrrrrrrrrr 2 - Flutter the uvula - The uvula at the back of the throat can be fluttered in a simi...